Defense Minister Rajnath Singh led the 11th International Yoga Day celebrations in Udampur in Jammu and Kashmir.
Singh met army personnel here in Udhampur, praising his efforts in Operation Sindoor.
Rajnath Singh said, “Your bravery is widely praised across the country. I salute the bravery and courage of the Indian Army.”
He gave a clear message that the operation vermilion was not just a reaction, and it is not over yet.
“The recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam was not only a isolated incident from the border, but was a direct effort to target India’s social and communal harmony. We not only failed their nefarious plans, but also gave such a powerful response that Pakistan was forced to declare a temporary stop for Syndor.”
“This operation was not only a reaction to the Pahalgam terror attack. Through Operation Sindoor, we have sent a clear message to Pakistan that there will be serious consequences of sponsoring terrorism against India. Operation Sindhor 2016 is the 2016 surgical strike and the natural progress of the 2019 air strikes.”
“With this operation, we have told Pakistan that the long -standing campaign to incite wounds on India through terrorism will no longer be successful. Any terrorist attack on Indian land will now come to a huge cost in Pakistan. India is fully prepared to take every necessary steps in its fight against terrorism.”
“Pakistan has set a target to weaken India from within. But it should never be forgotten that for the unity and integrity of India, Major Somnath Sharma sacrificed his life, and therefore a brave soldiers like Brigadier Usman who made a final sacrifice for the nation.
Expressing the importance of yoga in our life, the minister said, “As our nation observes International Yoga Day, it is important to reflect the true meaning of yoga. Yoga means Sangh. Union is the essence of yoga to unite every section of society with the culture and soul of India. If a section of the society will leave in this effort, then we should be done with unity and safety. Also it should be done with sorrow and security.”
“Today, the whole country is observing Yoga Day with enthusiasm – and not only India, but the whole world is embracing our cultural heritage. Yoga, an ancient tradition over the age of a thousand years, was practiced only by sages only. Today, people around the world are doing yoga. It is a reflection of India’s growing global influence.”
He further said, “In today’s world, where stress, anxiety and unrest are widespread, yoga has emerged as a powerful solution.
Yoga is not only about sitting silently, which are closing from the eyes – it is about mindfulness and inner control. ,
This year the theme of Yoga Day celebrations is “Yoga for Earth, A Health”, it is to align it with stability and global welfare.
Speaking about the theme of this year’s Yoga Day celebrations, the Defense Minister said, “Every year, we celebrate Yoga Day with a unique subject. This year’s theme,” One Earth, Van Health “, Vasudhiva Kutumbakam reflects India’s faith in – which is a family that is a family.”
The Union Minister reached Udampur on the evening of June 20 and participated in cultural ceremony and Bada Khan with army personnel. (AI)